Legal Assistant

Are you an experienced Legal Assistant looking to join a dynamic, high-performing Residential Conveyancing team in Eastbourne? My client, a long-established law firm, is expanding its busy department and seeking a proactive, organised, and personable assistant to support the growing team. You’ll play a key role in supporting a fast-paced residential conveyancing caseload, including freehold and leasehold transactions. From preparing legal documents and liaising with clients, estate agents, and solicitors, to delivering the all-important news that completion has taken place, you’ll be at the heart of the action. What you’ll be doing: * Preparing correspondence and legal documents using case management systems * Managing client files, including opening, closing, and filing * Handling telephone and in-person enquiries with professionalism and warmth * Booking appointments, managing diaries, and supporting meetings * Supporting other assistants and mentoring junior staff when needed * Ensuring confidentiality and compliance What they’re looking for: * Previous experience in a conveyancing support role * Ability to manage pressure, prioritise tasks, and handle a high volume of work * A collaborative, can-do attitude and a friendly, professional manner * Ideally based locally Company benefits: Excellent salary and benefits package with 25 days’ annual leave entitlement, plus Bank Holidays, a day’s holiday on your birthday, bonus scheme, opportunity to grow and develop in a busy and varied role. If you’re ready to thrive in a busy, rewarding environment and be part of a supportive team, please apply. Wild Recruitment Limited t/a First Recruitment Services are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy